Senior Scientist / Team Lead Organoid Biology
Core
Establish, optimize, and scale culture systems for ocular, glandular, and disease-relevant organoids to translate advanced biological concepts into transformative solutions for ophthalmology and disease modelling.
Role type
Senior Scientist / Team Lead Organoid Biology
Builds
Organoid platforms, robust protocols for generation/differentiation/QC/biobanking, and technology platforms for R&D evidence.
Domain
Life Sciences / Ophthalmology / Organoid Biology
Required skills
Organoid biology, iPSC and primary-cell-derived systems, advanced 3D cell culture, molecular and cellular characterization, imaging and microscopy, functional assay development, scientific leadership, researcher mentoring, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Early-stage or innovation-driven environment experience
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Establish and optimize culture systems for organoids; Develop and document protocols for organoid generation, differentiation, QC, biobanking, and cryopreservation; Implement molecular, cellular, imaging-based, and functional characterization assays; Translate scientific findings into technology platforms and product concepts; Contribute to IP generation and publication strategy; Manage collaborations with academic, clinical, CRO, and industrial partners; Build and mentor a high-performing team of research associates; Serve as scientific lead for internal and external collaborations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities